Water Pennywort (Hydrocotyle Bonplandii) is a perennial herb in the Araliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hydrocotyle bonplandii is a perennial creeping herb with rounded, kidney-shaped leaves featuring scalloped edges, commonly found in wetland and montane tropical environments.

Water Pennywort

Water Pennywort

Hydrocotyle Bonplandii

Hydrocotyle bonplandii is a perennial creeping herb with rounded, kidney-shaped leaves featuring scalloped edges, commonly found in wetland and montane tropical environments.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Water Pennywort

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Araliaceae
Genus:Hydrocotyle